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Emergency Services Newsletter
Marietta, Pennsylvania
September - October 1998 
 
HURRICANE SAFETY TIPS
 
     With the hurricane season here, we thought we would provide you with safety
and preparation tips.     This Information is presented by the Marietta Borough
Emergency Management Agency
  in the interest of public safety and information.
 
Eckman's Hotel - West Front Street - 1889 FLOOD Disaster
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TERMS TO KNOW
 
 
HURRICANE WATCH :
Hurricane conditions are a real possibility for an area
 
 
HURRICANE WARNING :
A hurricane is expected within 24 hours.
BEGIN PRECAUTIONARY ACTION AT ONCE.
 
 
AT A HURRICANE WARNING :
 
 
     1/ Listen for weather updates and stay informed.    
 
    2/ Keep portable radio and flashlight on hand - With fresh batteries.
 
    3/ Clear your yard of all loose objects.
 
    4/ Move your boat to safe harbor and moor securely. Do not stay with the boat.
 
    5/ Store drinking water in clean containers.
 
    6/ Shutter or board all windows and secure double-door entrances.
 
    7/ Plan your evacuation route, know where to go, and fill your car's gas tank.
 
    8/ IF ORDERED TO EVACUATE - OBEY IMMEDIATELY ! Take your HURRICANE EVACUATION KIT. Turn off water, gas, and electricity.
 
    9/ DO NOT ENTER EVACUATED AREAS UNTIL LOCAL OFFICIALS HAVE ISSUED AN ALL-CLEAR.
 
    10/ Evacuate manufactured (mobile) homes for more substantial shelter.
 
 
HURRICANE EVACUATION KIT :
 
    Keep kit ready to go within hours.    Include a battery operated radio and flashlight, plus the following…..
 
    · First aid kit
    · 2-week supply of medicine
    · Blankets or sleeping bags
    · Extra clothing
    · Lightweight folding chairs or cots
    · Personal items including books, toys, and snacks
    · Infant necessities
    · Important papers (valid ID) and money
 
 
     For additional information you can contact the Marietta Borough Emergency Management Agency (MBEMA) . 
 
 
     The information presented monthly on this web site is offered in the interest of public safety and information by the staff of the Marietta Borough Emergency Management Agency  - Stephen M. Bailey, Coordinator.
 
 
     Anyone wishing to volunteer their time to the Marietta Borough E.M.A. can
contact Steve Bailey on this web site, or leave a message at the borough office,
and Steve will contact you.
 
 
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Susquehanna River at Marietta Pennsylvania
 
 
Middle Atlantic Forecast Center River Statements
 
 
Middle Atlantic Observed River Stages at Marietta Pennsylvania
 
 
Lancaster County Automated Flood Warning System
 
 
Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency
 
 
Federal Emergency Management Agency
 
 
1997 Emergency Services Newsletter
 
 
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Summer 1998 Emergency Services Newsletter
 
 
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